The Local Church as a Force for Good in the City -Calvin Russell / Kaarina Hsieh
Today's Teens Conference 2021 - Reimagine • 59m
YU is deeply committed to working alongside local churches to impact young people in our communities. Why? What good can churches do in their neighborhoods? Why does belonging matter and how can the church be such a place for the youth of our city? This dynamic conversation focuses on creating places of transformation and belonging.
Facilitators:
Calvin Russell - DOXA Director at Youth Unlimited
Kaarina Hsieh - YU Board Member & Lead Pastor, Parkway Forest Community Church
Panelists:
Michael Van Pelt - President & CEO of Cardus
Jesse Sudirgo - Director of MDiv Church in the City Program at Tyndale Seminary
Geninne Bridge - Director of SERVE at Portico Church
Dr. Tai Adeboboye - Lead Pastor at Wilmar Heights Baptist Church
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